2003 Ariel Atom vs. 2003 Suzuki Liana
To start off, both 2003 Ariel Atom and 2003 Suzuki Liana were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ariel Atom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Liana (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2003 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 668 kg more than 2003 Ariel Atom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ariel Atom is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ariel Atom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Liana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ariel Atom (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Liana. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ariel Atom | 2003 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Ariel | Suzuki |
Model | Atom | Liana |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 462 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |